Philosophy for the People
Philosophy for the People’s mission is an educational program aimed at overcoming the paucity of serious, fair-minded, and accessible philosophical discourse available to a popular audience. Though we are ourselves dedicated to the Catholic intellectual tradition, we are likewise committed to exploring ideas from all rigorous traditions of philosophizing (scholastic, classical, analytic, and phenomenological). We pursue this mission by providing long-form guided readings of great texts, discussions with expert guests, our own open-ended philosophical discussions of issues and thinkers, live question and answer opportunities, in depth lecture courses, and our own articles and book-length writings. Philosophy for the People’s pedagogical materials will be provided either without charge or for minimal cost to assure provision of broad access to first-rate philosophical education.
Latest episodes
Sep 16, 2023 • 34min
Phaedo by Plato | What Is It Really About?
Pat and Jim summarize and discuss Plato's Phaedo.
Sep 6, 2023 • 53min
Aquinas's Theory of the Atonement w/ Dr. John Joy
Dr. John Joy discusses Aquinas's theory of the atonement, exploring theological implications, contrasting views with the reformers, examining Aquinas's theory emphasizing penance over punishment, and discussing challenges with penal substitution theory.
Aug 30, 2023 • 31min
Discussing Religious Epistemology w/ Dr. Tyler McNabb
Pat is joined by Dr. Tyler McNabb for a discussion on religious epistemology. PS - check out the new Cambridge Handbook of Religious Epistemology: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cambridge-handbook-of-religious-epistemology/1F03540692F28C8EB49AF0B5A8367CBB
Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 12min
The Best Argument for God INTERVIEW REPLAY
Pat was recently interviewed by Dr. Anythony Alberino about his forthcoming book The Best Argument for God. https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-best-argument-for-god/ Link up with Dr. Alberino at https://www.youtube.com/@thinkforchrist
Aug 22, 2023 • 60min
The Primordial Free Will Defense to The Logical Problem of Evil
Pat and Jim discuss a very creative and provocative response to the logical problem of evil from philosopher Mark Johnston. Want to support the channel? Consider pre-ordering Pat's forthcoming book The Best Argument for God: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-best-argument-for-god/
Aug 14, 2023 • 14min
It's Almost Here! (Major Book Announcement)
Pat's forthcoming book, The Best Argument for God, is now available for pre-order at all the usual places, with an official release of Oct 17th. The Best Argument for God: https://amzn.to/3s9WsSA To inquire about scheduling an event or interview with Pat around the book, please use the contact form here: https://www.philosophyforthepeople.com/contact
Jul 26, 2023 • 50min
Dr. Brian Miller on Science and Natural Theology
Please like, share, comment, and subscribe. God's Grandeur: https://amzn.to/4793ZB2 More philosophy content on my Substack: https://chroniclesofstrength.substack.com/
Jul 26, 2023 • 48min
The Feser-Lofton Tiff and the Case for Intellectual Populism
Pat and Jim try to bring out an important lesson from a recent online controversy.
Jul 18, 2023 • 55min
Thoughts on Joe Rogan, Stephen Meyer, and Intelligent Design
Pat and Jim reflect on a recent podcast between Rogan and Meyer on Intelligent Design.
Jul 6, 2023 • 41min
Can the Gospels Be Trusted? w/ Gary Michuta
Pat talks with Gary Michuta about his new book The Gospel Truth: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-gospel-truth-how-we-can-know-what-christ-taught/
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